Role
Structural Design Engineer
Location
Manchester
Salary
£35,000 to £57,000
Reference
MAR561
The Role
The successful Structural Design Engineer will assist with the delivery of projects led by the Principal Engineer and Company Director. As experience grows, the role will evolve to taking responsibility for the successful delivery of small to medium sized projects within budget and timescale.
Specific Experience, Skills & Knowledge
* Analysis and design of steel, concrete, masonry and timber structures to relevant codes and standards (e.g., European, British)
* Analysis and design of foundations and geotechnical structures
* Analysis and design using engineering software such as Statica, Axis VM FEM Modelling, Tekla Tedds
* Preparation of Basis of Design, material specifications, material takes‑offs, scopes of work, technical reports and inter‑discipline design coordination and supervision
* Prepare design calculations, design to wind loads, develop design sketches and provide relevant information to designers as required on assigned projects
* Liaise with designers in the preparation of CAD drawings, typically using Revit and AutoCAD
* Liaise with other disciplines to accommodate their requirements and with the Design Team in the preparation of structural drawings and details
* Support development of lessons‑learnt database
* Ensure all work is carried out with a positive attitude, both in design and in the office environment
Duties
* Production of detailed design work for the Principal Engineer and Company Director
* Undertake project delivery tasks, which may include calculations, drawings, sketches and reports
* Work with CAD/Revit technicians for production of project drawings
* Lead design meetings, site meetings and carry out site inspections
* Mentor and guide graduate/junior engineers
* Work in close collaboration with colleagues from other disciplines and with staff internally
* Maintain client contact and ensure that project delivery meets the client’s objectives and requirements
* Ensure that the technical content of all work carried out is correct and completed in accordance with design codes of practice
* Lead and deliver small to medium sized projects commensurate with level of experience, within budget
Benefits
* Focused career development through targeted in‑house IStructE Chartership Status Programme
* Professional membership fees
* Dynamic, friendly and collaborative office environment
* Performance‑led bonuses
* Staff and work socials
Requirements
* Minimum MEng (Hons) University Degree in Structural Engineering
* Minimum 3 years of broad post‑qualification experience in a competitive working environment
* Focused on achieving IStructE chartered status with 5 years post‑qualification experience
* Client‑focused approach with effective time‑management skills
* Ability to work under pressure
* Ability to liaise with members of design and construction teams
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